tendinitis
|ten-di-ni-tis|
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/ˌtɛn.dɪˈnaɪ.tɪs/
tendon inflammation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tendinitis' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tendo,' where 'tendo' meant 'to stretch.'
Historical Evolution
'tendo' transformed into the medical term 'tendinitis' in modern English, indicating inflammation of the tendon.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'inflammation of a tendon,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
inflammation of a tendon, often resulting from overuse or injury.
Athletes often suffer from tendinitis due to repetitive motion.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/25 15:32